❓ A parliamentary question regarding two leases (grazing and golf) on state forest land, focusing on vegetation condition, consistency with lease conditions, and justification for land use.
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I refer to lease 1652/97, part of state forest 39, signed by the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management on 29 November 2004, and lease 853, signed on 25 January 2005. Will the minister please advise in each case - (1) What was the nature and condition of the vegetation in the lease area at the time the lease was signed? (2) If the vegetation was native vegetation - (a) what is its current condition; (b) why has native vegetation been made available in state forest for grazing and golf respectively, the former being an activity that is widely regarded as “clearing by stealth” on private land; and (c) how are the permitted uses consistent with conditions 7.9(6) and 7.9(7), which specifically forbid respectively “introducing any new flora or fauna to the area” and “harming or endangering any flora or fauna on the leased area”? Hon LJILJANNA RAVLICH
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I thank the member for some notice of this question. I seek leave to have the response incorporated into Hansard . Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - I thank the Hon. Member for some notice of this question. LEASE NO. 1652/97 - GRAZING - STATE FOREST (1)&(2)(a) In the lease area there are two different weed infestations of blackberry, each covering an approximate area of 10 metres by 10 metres. The area has an intrusion of pasture weeds and grasses around the perimeter from the neighbouring private property. The forest structure of the lease is mainly mixed jarrah, karri and marri of medium to high quality. This is typical of the area and contains no unique features as such. It does, however, provide a corridor to other forested areas. (2)(b) The Conservation Commission of WA, prior to endorsing the lease proposal, considered details including fuel loads, weed species and the nature conservation values. The area of State forest has not had fuel reduction burning for over 20 years, which puts the fuel load at approximately 30-40 tonnes per hectare. This was considered a high fuel load level with grazing being the preferred option to reduce fuel in the area. (2)(c) Although the lease agreement clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) have the intent of not introducing any new plants or animals or harming the existing flora and fauna, there is provision for the landlord to provide consent to do so. Although not specifically stated, by executing the lease for the purpose of grazing, there is an understanding that the permitted use is allowable under the consent wording of Clause 7.9. The clause is also included to avoid wilful and wanton disregard for the land being leased. LEASE NO. 853 - PINE RIDGE GOLF CLUB (1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
(1) What was the nature and condition of the vegetation in the lease area at the time the lease was signed? (2) If the vegetation was native vegetation - (a) what is its current condition; (b) why has native vegetation been made available in state forest for grazing and golf respectively, the former being an activity that is widely regarded as “clearing by stealth” on private land; and (c) how are the permitted uses consistent with conditions 7.9(6) and 7.9(7), which specifically forbid respectively “introducing any new flora or fauna to the area” and “harming or endangering any flora or fauna on the leased area”? Hon LJILJANNA RAVLICH replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. I seek leave to have the response incorporated into Hansard . Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - I thank the Hon. Member for some notice of this question. LEASE NO. 1652/97 - GRAZING - STATE FOREST (1)&(2)(a) In the lease area there are two different weed infestations of blackberry, each covering an approximate area of 10 metres by 10 metres. The area has an intrusion of pasture weeds and grasses around the perimeter from the neighbouring private property. The forest structure of the lease is mainly mixed jarrah, karri and marri of medium to high quality. This is typical of the area and contains no unique features as such. It does, however, provide a corridor to other forested areas. (2)(b) The Conservation Commission of WA, prior to endorsing the lease proposal, considered details including fuel loads, weed species and the nature conservation values. The area of State forest has not had fuel reduction burning for over 20 years, which puts the fuel load at approximately 30-40 tonnes per hectare. This was considered a high fuel load level with grazing being the preferred option to reduce fuel in the area. (2)(c) Although the lease agreement clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) have the intent of not introducing any new plants or animals or harming the existing flora and fauna, there is provision for the landlord to provide consent to do so. Although not specifically stated, by executing the lease for the purpose of grazing, there is an understanding that the permitted use is allowable under the consent wording of Clause 7.9. The clause is also included to avoid wilful and wanton disregard for the land being leased. LEASE NO. 853 - PINE RIDGE GOLF CLUB (1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
(2) If the vegetation was native vegetation - (a) what is its current condition; (b) why has native vegetation been made available in state forest for grazing and golf respectively, the former being an activity that is widely regarded as “clearing by stealth” on private land; and (c) how are the permitted uses consistent with conditions 7.9(6) and 7.9(7), which specifically forbid respectively “introducing any new flora or fauna to the area” and “harming or endangering any flora or fauna on the leased area”? Hon LJILJANNA RAVLICH replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. I seek leave to have the response incorporated into Hansard . Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - I thank the Hon. Member for some notice of this question. LEASE NO. 1652/97 - GRAZING - STATE FOREST (1)&(2)(a) In the lease area there are two different weed infestations of blackberry, each covering an approximate area of 10 metres by 10 metres. The area has an intrusion of pasture weeds and grasses around the perimeter from the neighbouring private property. The forest structure of the lease is mainly mixed jarrah, karri and marri of medium to high quality. This is typical of the area and contains no unique features as such. It does, however, provide a corridor to other forested areas. (2)(b) The Conservation Commission of WA, prior to endorsing the lease proposal, considered details including fuel loads, weed species and the nature conservation values. The area of State forest has not had fuel reduction burning for over 20 years, which puts the fuel load at approximately 30-40 tonnes per hectare. This was considered a high fuel load level with grazing being the preferred option to reduce fuel in the area. (2)(c) Although the lease agreement clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) have the intent of not introducing any new plants or animals or harming the existing flora and fauna, there is provision for the landlord to provide consent to do so. Although not specifically stated, by executing the lease for the purpose of grazing, there is an understanding that the permitted use is allowable under the consent wording of Clause 7.9. The clause is also included to avoid wilful and wanton disregard for the land being leased. LEASE NO. 853 - PINE RIDGE GOLF CLUB (1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
(b) why has native vegetation been made available in state forest for grazing and golf respectively, the former being an activity that is widely regarded as “clearing by stealth” on private land; and (c) how are the permitted uses consistent with conditions 7.9(6) and 7.9(7), which specifically forbid respectively “introducing any new flora or fauna to the area” and “harming or endangering any flora or fauna on the leased area”?
(c) how are the permitted uses consistent with conditions 7.9(6) and 7.9(7), which specifically forbid respectively “introducing any new flora or fauna to the area” and “harming or endangering any flora or fauna on the leased area”?
I thank the member for some notice of this question. I seek leave to have the response incorporated into Hansard . Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - I thank the Hon. Member for some notice of this question. LEASE NO. 1652/97 - GRAZING - STATE FOREST (1)&(2)(a) In the lease area there are two different weed infestations of blackberry, each covering an approximate area of 10 metres by 10 metres. The area has an intrusion of pasture weeds and grasses around the perimeter from the neighbouring private property. The forest structure of the lease is mainly mixed jarrah, karri and marri of medium to high quality. This is typical of the area and contains no unique features as such. It does, however, provide a corridor to other forested areas. (2)(b) The Conservation Commission of WA, prior to endorsing the lease proposal, considered details including fuel loads, weed species and the nature conservation values. The area of State forest has not had fuel reduction burning for over 20 years, which puts the fuel load at approximately 30-40 tonnes per hectare. This was considered a high fuel load level with grazing being the preferred option to reduce fuel in the area. (2)(c) Although the lease agreement clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) have the intent of not introducing any new plants or animals or harming the existing flora and fauna, there is provision for the landlord to provide consent to do so. Although not specifically stated, by executing the lease for the purpose of grazing, there is an understanding that the permitted use is allowable under the consent wording of Clause 7.9. The clause is also included to avoid wilful and wanton disregard for the land being leased. LEASE NO. 853 - PINE RIDGE GOLF CLUB (1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - I thank the Hon. Member for some notice of this question. LEASE NO. 1652/97 - GRAZING - STATE FOREST (1)&(2)(a) In the lease area there are two different weed infestations of blackberry, each covering an approximate area of 10 metres by 10 metres. The area has an intrusion of pasture weeds and grasses around the perimeter from the neighbouring private property. The forest structure of the lease is mainly mixed jarrah, karri and marri of medium to high quality. This is typical of the area and contains no unique features as such. It does, however, provide a corridor to other forested areas. (2)(b) The Conservation Commission of WA, prior to endorsing the lease proposal, considered details including fuel loads, weed species and the nature conservation values. The area of State forest has not had fuel reduction burning for over 20 years, which puts the fuel load at approximately 30-40 tonnes per hectare. This was considered a high fuel load level with grazing being the preferred option to reduce fuel in the area. (2)(c) Although the lease agreement clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) have the intent of not introducing any new plants or animals or harming the existing flora and fauna, there is provision for the landlord to provide consent to do so. Although not specifically stated, by executing the lease for the purpose of grazing, there is an understanding that the permitted use is allowable under the consent wording of Clause 7.9. The clause is also included to avoid wilful and wanton disregard for the land being leased. LEASE NO. 853 - PINE RIDGE GOLF CLUB (1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
The following material was incorporated - I thank the Hon. Member for some notice of this question. LEASE NO. 1652/97 - GRAZING - STATE FOREST (1)&(2)(a) In the lease area there are two different weed infestations of blackberry, each covering an approximate area of 10 metres by 10 metres. The area has an intrusion of pasture weeds and grasses around the perimeter from the neighbouring private property. The forest structure of the lease is mainly mixed jarrah, karri and marri of medium to high quality. This is typical of the area and contains no unique features as such. It does, however, provide a corridor to other forested areas. (2)(b) The Conservation Commission of WA, prior to endorsing the lease proposal, considered details including fuel loads, weed species and the nature conservation values. The area of State forest has not had fuel reduction burning for over 20 years, which puts the fuel load at approximately 30-40 tonnes per hectare. This was considered a high fuel load level with grazing being the preferred option to reduce fuel in the area. (2)(c) Although the lease agreement clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) have the intent of not introducing any new plants or animals or harming the existing flora and fauna, there is provision for the landlord to provide consent to do so. Although not specifically stated, by executing the lease for the purpose of grazing, there is an understanding that the permitted use is allowable under the consent wording of Clause 7.9. The clause is also included to avoid wilful and wanton disregard for the land being leased. LEASE NO. 853 - PINE RIDGE GOLF CLUB (1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
I thank the Hon. Member for some notice of this question. LEASE NO. 1652/97 - GRAZING - STATE FOREST (1)&(2)(a) In the lease area there are two different weed infestations of blackberry, each covering an approximate area of 10 metres by 10 metres. The area has an intrusion of pasture weeds and grasses around the perimeter from the neighbouring private property. The forest structure of the lease is mainly mixed jarrah, karri and marri of medium to high quality. This is typical of the area and contains no unique features as such. It does, however, provide a corridor to other forested areas. (2)(b) The Conservation Commission of WA, prior to endorsing the lease proposal, considered details including fuel loads, weed species and the nature conservation values. The area of State forest has not had fuel reduction burning for over 20 years, which puts the fuel load at approximately 30-40 tonnes per hectare. This was considered a high fuel load level with grazing being the preferred option to reduce fuel in the area. (2)(c) Although the lease agreement clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) have the intent of not introducing any new plants or animals or harming the existing flora and fauna, there is provision for the landlord to provide consent to do so. Although not specifically stated, by executing the lease for the purpose of grazing, there is an understanding that the permitted use is allowable under the consent wording of Clause 7.9. The clause is also included to avoid wilful and wanton disregard for the land being leased. LEASE NO. 853 - PINE RIDGE GOLF CLUB (1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
(1)&(2)(a) In the lease area there are two different weed infestations of blackberry, each covering an approximate area of 10 metres by 10 metres. The area has an intrusion of pasture weeds and grasses around the perimeter from the neighbouring private property. The forest structure of the lease is mainly mixed jarrah, karri and marri of medium to high quality. This is typical of the area and contains no unique features as such. It does, however, provide a corridor to other forested areas. (2)(b) The Conservation Commission of WA, prior to endorsing the lease proposal, considered details including fuel loads, weed species and the nature conservation values. The area of State forest has not had fuel reduction burning for over 20 years, which puts the fuel load at approximately 30-40 tonnes per hectare. This was considered a high fuel load level with grazing being the preferred option to reduce fuel in the area. (2)(c) Although the lease agreement clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) have the intent of not introducing any new plants or animals or harming the existing flora and fauna, there is provision for the landlord to provide consent to do so. Although not specifically stated, by executing the lease for the purpose of grazing, there is an understanding that the permitted use is allowable under the consent wording of Clause 7.9. The clause is also included to avoid wilful and wanton disregard for the land being leased. LEASE NO. 853 - PINE RIDGE GOLF CLUB (1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
(2)(b) The Conservation Commission of WA, prior to endorsing the lease proposal, considered details including fuel loads, weed species and the nature conservation values. The area of State forest has not had fuel reduction burning for over 20 years, which puts the fuel load at approximately 30-40 tonnes per hectare. This was considered a high fuel load level with grazing being the preferred option to reduce fuel in the area. (2)(c) Although the lease agreement clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) have the intent of not introducing any new plants or animals or harming the existing flora and fauna, there is provision for the landlord to provide consent to do so. Although not specifically stated, by executing the lease for the purpose of grazing, there is an understanding that the permitted use is allowable under the consent wording of Clause 7.9. The clause is also included to avoid wilful and wanton disregard for the land being leased. LEASE NO. 853 - PINE RIDGE GOLF CLUB (1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
(2)(c) Although the lease agreement clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) have the intent of not introducing any new plants or animals or harming the existing flora and fauna, there is provision for the landlord to provide consent to do so. Although not specifically stated, by executing the lease for the purpose of grazing, there is an understanding that the permitted use is allowable under the consent wording of Clause 7.9. The clause is also included to avoid wilful and wanton disregard for the land being leased. LEASE NO. 853 - PINE RIDGE GOLF CLUB (1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
LEASE NO. 853 - PINE RIDGE GOLF CLUB (1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
(1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
(2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
(2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
(1) What was the nature and condition of the vegetation in the lease area at the time the lease was signed? (2) If the vegetation was native vegetation - (a) what is its current condition; (b) why has native vegetation been made available in state forest for grazing and golf respectively, the former being an activity that is widely regarded as “clearing by stealth” on private land; and (c) how are the permitted uses consistent with conditions 7.9(6) and 7.9(7), which specifically forbid respectively “introducing any new flora or fauna to the area” and “harming or endangering any flora or fauna on the leased area”? Hon LJILJANNA RAVLICH replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. I seek leave to have the response incorporated into Hansard . Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - I thank the Hon. Member for some notice of this question. LEASE NO. 1652/97 - GRAZING - STATE FOREST (1)&(2)(a) In the lease area there are two different weed infestations of blackberry, each covering an approximate area of 10 metres by 10 metres. The area has an intrusion of pasture weeds and grasses around the perimeter from the neighbouring private property. The forest structure of the lease is mainly mixed jarrah, karri and marri of medium to high quality. This is typical of the area and contains no unique features as such. It does, however, provide a corridor to other forested areas. (2)(b) The Conservation Commission of WA, prior to endorsing the lease proposal, considered details including fuel loads, weed species and the nature conservation values. The area of State forest has not had fuel reduction burning for over 20 years, which puts the fuel load at approximately 30-40 tonnes per hectare. This was considered a high fuel load level with grazing being the preferred option to reduce fuel in the area. (2)(c) Although the lease agreement clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) have the intent of not introducing any new plants or animals or harming the existing flora and fauna, there is provision for the landlord to provide consent to do so. Although not specifically stated, by executing the lease for the purpose of grazing, there is an understanding that the permitted use is allowable under the consent wording of Clause 7.9. The clause is also included to avoid wilful and wanton disregard for the land being leased. LEASE NO. 853 - PINE RIDGE GOLF CLUB (1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
(2) If the vegetation was native vegetation - (a) what is its current condition; (b) why has native vegetation been made available in state forest for grazing and golf respectively, the former being an activity that is widely regarded as “clearing by stealth” on private land; and (c) how are the permitted uses consistent with conditions 7.9(6) and 7.9(7), which specifically forbid respectively “introducing any new flora or fauna to the area” and “harming or endangering any flora or fauna on the leased area”? Hon LJILJANNA RAVLICH replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. I seek leave to have the response incorporated into Hansard . Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - I thank the Hon. Member for some notice of this question. LEASE NO. 1652/97 - GRAZING - STATE FOREST (1)&(2)(a) In the lease area there are two different weed infestations of blackberry, each covering an approximate area of 10 metres by 10 metres. The area has an intrusion of pasture weeds and grasses around the perimeter from the neighbouring private property. The forest structure of the lease is mainly mixed jarrah, karri and marri of medium to high quality. This is typical of the area and contains no unique features as such. It does, however, provide a corridor to other forested areas. (2)(b) The Conservation Commission of WA, prior to endorsing the lease proposal, considered details including fuel loads, weed species and the nature conservation values. The area of State forest has not had fuel reduction burning for over 20 years, which puts the fuel load at approximately 30-40 tonnes per hectare. This was considered a high fuel load level with grazing being the preferred option to reduce fuel in the area. (2)(c) Although the lease agreement clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) have the intent of not introducing any new plants or animals or harming the existing flora and fauna, there is provision for the landlord to provide consent to do so. Although not specifically stated, by executing the lease for the purpose of grazing, there is an understanding that the permitted use is allowable under the consent wording of Clause 7.9. The clause is also included to avoid wilful and wanton disregard for the land being leased. LEASE NO. 853 - PINE RIDGE GOLF CLUB (1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
(b) why has native vegetation been made available in state forest for grazing and golf respectively, the former being an activity that is widely regarded as “clearing by stealth” on private land; and (c) how are the permitted uses consistent with conditions 7.9(6) and 7.9(7), which specifically forbid respectively “introducing any new flora or fauna to the area” and “harming or endangering any flora or fauna on the leased area”?
(c) how are the permitted uses consistent with conditions 7.9(6) and 7.9(7), which specifically forbid respectively “introducing any new flora or fauna to the area” and “harming or endangering any flora or fauna on the leased area”?
I thank the member for some notice of this question. I seek leave to have the response incorporated into Hansard . Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - I thank the Hon. Member for some notice of this question. LEASE NO. 1652/97 - GRAZING - STATE FOREST (1)&(2)(a) In the lease area there are two different weed infestations of blackberry, each covering an approximate area of 10 metres by 10 metres. The area has an intrusion of pasture weeds and grasses around the perimeter from the neighbouring private property. The forest structure of the lease is mainly mixed jarrah, karri and marri of medium to high quality. This is typical of the area and contains no unique features as such. It does, however, provide a corridor to other forested areas. (2)(b) The Conservation Commission of WA, prior to endorsing the lease proposal, considered details including fuel loads, weed species and the nature conservation values. The area of State forest has not had fuel reduction burning for over 20 years, which puts the fuel load at approximately 30-40 tonnes per hectare. This was considered a high fuel load level with grazing being the preferred option to reduce fuel in the area. (2)(c) Although the lease agreement clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) have the intent of not introducing any new plants or animals or harming the existing flora and fauna, there is provision for the landlord to provide consent to do so. Although not specifically stated, by executing the lease for the purpose of grazing, there is an understanding that the permitted use is allowable under the consent wording of Clause 7.9. The clause is also included to avoid wilful and wanton disregard for the land being leased. LEASE NO. 853 - PINE RIDGE GOLF CLUB (1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
Leave granted. The following material was incorporated - I thank the Hon. Member for some notice of this question. LEASE NO. 1652/97 - GRAZING - STATE FOREST (1)&(2)(a) In the lease area there are two different weed infestations of blackberry, each covering an approximate area of 10 metres by 10 metres. The area has an intrusion of pasture weeds and grasses around the perimeter from the neighbouring private property. The forest structure of the lease is mainly mixed jarrah, karri and marri of medium to high quality. This is typical of the area and contains no unique features as such. It does, however, provide a corridor to other forested areas. (2)(b) The Conservation Commission of WA, prior to endorsing the lease proposal, considered details including fuel loads, weed species and the nature conservation values. The area of State forest has not had fuel reduction burning for over 20 years, which puts the fuel load at approximately 30-40 tonnes per hectare. This was considered a high fuel load level with grazing being the preferred option to reduce fuel in the area. (2)(c) Although the lease agreement clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) have the intent of not introducing any new plants or animals or harming the existing flora and fauna, there is provision for the landlord to provide consent to do so. Although not specifically stated, by executing the lease for the purpose of grazing, there is an understanding that the permitted use is allowable under the consent wording of Clause 7.9. The clause is also included to avoid wilful and wanton disregard for the land being leased. LEASE NO. 853 - PINE RIDGE GOLF CLUB (1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
The following material was incorporated - I thank the Hon. Member for some notice of this question. LEASE NO. 1652/97 - GRAZING - STATE FOREST (1)&(2)(a) In the lease area there are two different weed infestations of blackberry, each covering an approximate area of 10 metres by 10 metres. The area has an intrusion of pasture weeds and grasses around the perimeter from the neighbouring private property. The forest structure of the lease is mainly mixed jarrah, karri and marri of medium to high quality. This is typical of the area and contains no unique features as such. It does, however, provide a corridor to other forested areas. (2)(b) The Conservation Commission of WA, prior to endorsing the lease proposal, considered details including fuel loads, weed species and the nature conservation values. The area of State forest has not had fuel reduction burning for over 20 years, which puts the fuel load at approximately 30-40 tonnes per hectare. This was considered a high fuel load level with grazing being the preferred option to reduce fuel in the area. (2)(c) Although the lease agreement clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) have the intent of not introducing any new plants or animals or harming the existing flora and fauna, there is provision for the landlord to provide consent to do so. Although not specifically stated, by executing the lease for the purpose of grazing, there is an understanding that the permitted use is allowable under the consent wording of Clause 7.9. The clause is also included to avoid wilful and wanton disregard for the land being leased. LEASE NO. 853 - PINE RIDGE GOLF CLUB (1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
I thank the Hon. Member for some notice of this question. LEASE NO. 1652/97 - GRAZING - STATE FOREST (1)&(2)(a) In the lease area there are two different weed infestations of blackberry, each covering an approximate area of 10 metres by 10 metres. The area has an intrusion of pasture weeds and grasses around the perimeter from the neighbouring private property. The forest structure of the lease is mainly mixed jarrah, karri and marri of medium to high quality. This is typical of the area and contains no unique features as such. It does, however, provide a corridor to other forested areas. (2)(b) The Conservation Commission of WA, prior to endorsing the lease proposal, considered details including fuel loads, weed species and the nature conservation values. The area of State forest has not had fuel reduction burning for over 20 years, which puts the fuel load at approximately 30-40 tonnes per hectare. This was considered a high fuel load level with grazing being the preferred option to reduce fuel in the area. (2)(c) Although the lease agreement clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) have the intent of not introducing any new plants or animals or harming the existing flora and fauna, there is provision for the landlord to provide consent to do so. Although not specifically stated, by executing the lease for the purpose of grazing, there is an understanding that the permitted use is allowable under the consent wording of Clause 7.9. The clause is also included to avoid wilful and wanton disregard for the land being leased. LEASE NO. 853 - PINE RIDGE GOLF CLUB (1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
(1)&(2)(a) In the lease area there are two different weed infestations of blackberry, each covering an approximate area of 10 metres by 10 metres. The area has an intrusion of pasture weeds and grasses around the perimeter from the neighbouring private property. The forest structure of the lease is mainly mixed jarrah, karri and marri of medium to high quality. This is typical of the area and contains no unique features as such. It does, however, provide a corridor to other forested areas. (2)(b) The Conservation Commission of WA, prior to endorsing the lease proposal, considered details including fuel loads, weed species and the nature conservation values. The area of State forest has not had fuel reduction burning for over 20 years, which puts the fuel load at approximately 30-40 tonnes per hectare. This was considered a high fuel load level with grazing being the preferred option to reduce fuel in the area. (2)(c) Although the lease agreement clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) have the intent of not introducing any new plants or animals or harming the existing flora and fauna, there is provision for the landlord to provide consent to do so. Although not specifically stated, by executing the lease for the purpose of grazing, there is an understanding that the permitted use is allowable under the consent wording of Clause 7.9. The clause is also included to avoid wilful and wanton disregard for the land being leased. LEASE NO. 853 - PINE RIDGE GOLF CLUB (1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
(2)(b) The Conservation Commission of WA, prior to endorsing the lease proposal, considered details including fuel loads, weed species and the nature conservation values. The area of State forest has not had fuel reduction burning for over 20 years, which puts the fuel load at approximately 30-40 tonnes per hectare. This was considered a high fuel load level with grazing being the preferred option to reduce fuel in the area. (2)(c) Although the lease agreement clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) have the intent of not introducing any new plants or animals or harming the existing flora and fauna, there is provision for the landlord to provide consent to do so. Although not specifically stated, by executing the lease for the purpose of grazing, there is an understanding that the permitted use is allowable under the consent wording of Clause 7.9. The clause is also included to avoid wilful and wanton disregard for the land being leased. LEASE NO. 853 - PINE RIDGE GOLF CLUB (1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
(2)(c) Although the lease agreement clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) have the intent of not introducing any new plants or animals or harming the existing flora and fauna, there is provision for the landlord to provide consent to do so. Although not specifically stated, by executing the lease for the purpose of grazing, there is an understanding that the permitted use is allowable under the consent wording of Clause 7.9. The clause is also included to avoid wilful and wanton disregard for the land being leased. LEASE NO. 853 - PINE RIDGE GOLF CLUB (1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
LEASE NO. 853 - PINE RIDGE GOLF CLUB (1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
(1)&(2)(a) The land, being the subject of Lease No. 853, is freehold land held in the name of the Executive Director of the Department of Conservation and Land Management. The lease was first issued on 1 February 1962, with an area of 11.5 acres being added on 1/2/1969 and another area of 0.3 ha being added on 2/7/1992. The vegetation is typical of a golf course with fairways interspersed with remnant native vegetation. (2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
(2)(b) It is difficult to provide the precise reason why the area was first granted as a golf course, but in the 1960s it was likely that it was considered to have support as a community and recreation facility providing benefits to the local residents. (2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
(2)(c) Clauses 7.9 (6) and (7) relate to the tenant not interfering with the land. Given the history of the lease it is not expected that the lease activity will allow for the introduction of any new plants or animals, nor harm or endanger the existing flora and fauna. The lease was only renewed to 31 January 2006, as the club is arranging to relocate to new premises in the Nannup townsite.
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